Resources

  • Japanese Beetles

    Published on April 4, 2018
    The Japanese beetle, Popillia japonica Newman, is a native of Japan. It was first found in the United States in New Jersey in 1916. Since then, it has gradually spread westward and has been reported in every state east of the Mississippi River.

  • Turf Tips for the Homeowner: European Chafer

    Published on February 8, 2018
    Information on the European Chafer and how it affects your home.

  • Japanese beetle: Tips for your lawn

    Published on May 16, 2017
    Tips and advice on managing japanese beetle in your lawn.

  • Sod webworm: Tips for your lawn

    Published on May 15, 2017
    Tip and tricks for managing and dealing with sod webworms on your lawn.

  • European chafer: Tips for your lawn

    Published on May 12, 2017
    Tips and tricks on managing European chafer on your lawn.

  • Chinch bug: Tips for your lawn

    Published on April 14, 2017
    Advice on dealing with chinch bug on your lawn.

  • Smart lawn care to protect pollinators

    Published on January 25, 2017
    Whether you choose weed-free or a more relaxed approach to your lawn, here are some practices that will keep it bee-friendly.

  • Identification and Management of Fall Webworm

    Published on September 15, 2016
    In mid- to late summer, you may notice silk webs beginning to form around the shoots and leaves of your shade trees.

  • Phosphorus and Home Lawns

    Published on February 18, 2016
    One of the primary contaminants of surface water in Michigan is phosphorus. The contribution of phosphorus from urban landscapes has been identified as a significant input for many watersheds in lower Michigan.

  • White Grubs in New Sod: What Do I Do?

    Published on February 18, 2016
    When new sod is put on a lawn, it is not unusual to find some white grubs in loose soil on the flat bed of the truck or in the sod as it is put down.